Bmw #nexttech Light Vehicle Apprenticeship- 2023/24

Are you ready to kick start your career with an industry leading, world-renowned prestige car brand? NextGen Jobs (NGJ) have partnered with BMW Group Australia to offer a fast-tracked apprenticeship located in Glen Waverly

This isn’t your ordinary apprenticeship program. **BMW #NextTech** is an **accelerated 3 year apprenticeship** where you will become a **Certified Registered BMW Technician**. But why stop there? We offer an optional 4th year opportunity, enabling you to secure an industry first - a dual qualification as an Auto Electrician alongside your existing credentials.

With dedicated trade school classes will held in Melbourne, Victoria at the Automotive Centre of Excellence, you will gain hands-on experience in a world-class environment. All travel and accommodation costs are covered.

**About the Role**:

- Minor servicing of light vehicles
- Assisting technicians where necessary
- Cleaning working areas
- Operating electrical test equipment
- Follow safe working practices in an automotive environment
- Use and maintain tools and equipment specific to BMW standards
- Identify automotive electrical systems and components

**About You**:

- A passion for automotive and the desire to become a highly skilled and in-demand technician
- Commitment to the apprenticeship, including practical studies at TAFE
- Strong sense of self-motivation and enthusiasm with a high work ethic and 'can do' attitude
- Honesty, trustworthiness and punctuality
- Current driver’s License or close to obtaining one is preferred
- Certificate II in Automotive or demonstrated experience is ideal

**Some of the benefits**:

- Earn and learn - work towards your Certificate III whilst earning a wage
- Ongoing support and mentoring from a dedicated NextGen Jobs Mentor
- Secure career in a luxury dealership and prestige brand
- Excellent working conditions with state of the art facilities
- Dedicated TAFE and training classes with BMW qualified trainers
- All TAFE fees reimbursed
- Becoming a registered BMW technician upon completion of your apprenticeship, and work towards becoming a BMW master technician
- We provide all PPE gear and assist with enrolling into TAFE
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

**About us**:
NextGen Jobs is Australia's newest group training organisation (GTO), and Australia's first GTO focused exclusively on the delivery of 'new-collar' apprenticeships and traineeships in emerging high-tech and high-growth occupations. We currently employ and train more than 650 young Australians through our national network, making us one of the largest employers of apprentices and trainees in Australia.

If successful in securing an apprenticeship in this industry leading automotive program, you will have the added benefit of an experienced and dedicated mentor to support you throughout the journey. Our mentors are carefully selected for their background in working with young people and students. NGJ Mentors meet with apprentices in the workplace regularly to proactively discuss skills and knowledge growth, training and overall development and well-being.

NextGen Jobs values and recognises diversity in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively support applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We offer safe and inclusive working environments where you can learn, grow and achieve your career objectives.

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Glen Waverley, VIC 3150: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- Do you have automotive industry experience, such as hands-on work with cars or relevant certifications? Please note, this is not a requirement, rather an added advantage.

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person